Why must the devil be Defeated?-Chapter 1105 - 969: A Hero Unlike Any Other

Undoubtedly, Shane’s words made the already heavy atmosphere quite oppressive.

Led by Nadura, the group seemed to want to say something, yet didn’t know where to start.

Artemis had a complex expression, glanced at Lilith who was clueless and full of question marks, and after a while, sighed.

"Then let it be."

After speaking, Artemis directly turned around and left.

With the departure of this Justice Goddess, the atmosphere seemed to warm a bit, yet appeared more silent.

Shane watched Artemis leave, suddenly recalling that his main purpose for coming to Elf Country was to question this goddess.

Lidas and Anima had mentioned that Artemis, as the Justice Goddess, had directly challenged the Demon King.

In other words, Artemis had contact with the Demon King, unlike Lidas and Anima, who merely saw the Demon King from afar on the battlefield, witnessing the Hero challenge him but never having direct contact.

If he inquired of such an Artemis about what kind of person the Demon King was, then Artemis should be able to reveal some unknown insights, right?

In circumstances like this, having embarrassed her in person, it seemed inappropriate to inquire further.

But there was no choice, as the goddess immediately confronted Lilith upon arrival, making such a declaration.

Daring to claim wanting to kill Lilith right in front of him, Shane exercised much restraint by not acting immediately.

At present, Lilith occupies an important part in Shane’s heart, considering her as family, his sister, even his daughter wouldn’t be an exaggeration.

Their almost inseparable relationship since the Cosmos incident, coupled with having experienced such events, places them in incomparable positions in each other’s hearts.

Even Lilith regards Shane as her reverse scale; if anyone shows even slight hostility towards Shane, this little goddess reacts sharply and may act by crushing the opponent into crumbs.

Similarly, Shane does not fall behind Lilith; though not as reckless as her, he finds it unforgivable if anyone intends to harm Lilith.

Once, Moro sought to harm Lilith, which enraged Shane.

Artemis, this transcendent Justice Goddess ranked among the top three of the Divine Race and could rival Demons; if she wishes to harm Lilith, Shane would not be courteous.

Even if his relationship with the Divine Race is fairly good, it remains the same.

Thus, Shane does not regret what he just did; he’s even reconsidering engaging further with Artemis.

Examining the first impression really wasn’t great.

However, just as Shane decided so, Nadura finally approached.

"Don’t blame her," Nadura hesitated before saying, "Her innate sense of justice is like a curse. It’s the price she paid for achieving transcendence. Even the three of us occasionally find ourselves targeted by her for various matters. Given Lilith Goddess’s nature and the disaster she once wrought, her immense power as an Evil Goddess, akin to her sibling, it’s inevitable for the child to overreact."

As soon as Nadura finished, Sophie, accompanied by a group of elf girls, arrived.

"Artemis Goddess’s sense of justice is both a blessing and a curse; it’s sought after by the world, yet at times, her uncompromising stance inevitably invites trouble," Sophie advised alongside Nadura, "In the past, Artemis Goddess wielded justice even against Blessings who strayed into evil and personally sanctioned numerous fellow goddesses. This time, she refrained from attacking Lilith Goddess, probably exercising much restraint."

Much like Nadura, Sophie spoke in favor of Artemis.

Nadura went even further with her words.

"I think that child feels quite complicated about Lilith’s current situation."

Nadura glanced at Shane with profound intention.

"Although in the past, she was always by the Hero’s side, even being compared to the Holy Sword, the other sword - ’Goddess’ Sword’."

Yet this time, the goddess accompanying the Hero is no longer Artemis, and has instead become an oppositional and hostile Evil Goddess to Artemis. This situation, for Artemis, would indeed be complicated.

Nadura simply wished to express that.

Unfortunately, Shane did not feel it.

"Are you afraid I will act against that goddess?" Shane shrugged and said, "Don’t worry, I didn’t act just now, so I won’t act later either."

As long as that goddess doesn’t cause trouble.

Otherwise, Shane won’t care whether the other party is the righteous Orderkeeper; with the current wartime, internal strife should be avoided.

As long as the opponent dares to act, Shane will definitely retaliate.

Shane just wanted to express such intention.

Nadura seemed to notice it and felt somewhat troubled.

She herself never anticipated that Shane and Artemis’s first meeting would end with such an atmosphere.

It’s known that the past Heroes and Artemis had great relationships, even better than us as their Blessing goddesses.

Artemis highly esteemed the flawless Hero and Heroes always genuinely admired and revered Artemis for her unwavering dedication to justice, as teacher, friend, and akin to long-lost confidants.

These relationships even became legendary tales, crafted into fairy stories by bards and handed down, still frequently seen in books.

Unexpectedly, this Hero’s relationship with Artemis began with such tension, who could anticipate it?

(This Hero is indeed special in all aspects, unlike past Heroes.)

Nadura felt something inwardly but remained helpless about it. 𝕗𝗿𝕖𝐞𝐰𝗲𝕓𝐧𝕠𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝐨𝚖

Well, considering anything happening with this Hero is quite normal.

In the past, Heroes were allies and partners of the Divine Race, always closer to them, but this guy isn’t close to the Divine Race; instead, he is close to the Demon Clan and has even formed an engaged relationship with the peak Demon.

Previously, accompanying the Heroes were orthodox goddesses, whereas this guy is accompanied by the Evil Goddess.

Signs clearly show this Hero is different.

Therefore, it’s best not to view him with common Hero logic.

Nadura exchanged a glance with Sophie beside her, seeing the same thought in each other’s eyes.

Clearly, Sophie and Nadura were thinking the same thing.

At the moment, they chose to change the subject.

"Carol mentioned the stone tablet is with you, right?"

Sophie looked at Lasha.

Lasha immediately hugged the package and came to Sophie, handing it to her.

In that manner, there was not a hint of reluctance.

However, Sophie and Nadura still glanced subtly at Lasha before turning their eyes to the package.

"Are these the stone tablets you mentioned inside?"

Sophie solemnly asked Nadura.

"It should be correct." Nadura nodded heavily and said in a deep voice, "In the past, your predecessor took one out from the ruins, and the magical power I sensed then is the same as what I sense now."

"So what should we do now?" Sophie sought Nadura’s guidance.

"Let’s take it inside first." Nadura didn’t hesitate much or perhaps had already made up her mind, and said, "The contents inside can’t be shown to just anyone. It’s not suitable to open it here; let’s take it inside first."

As soon as Nadura finished speaking, Carol and Genom stepped forward, expressing their stance.

"In that case, I’ll withdraw with my subordinates."

Carol requested earnestly.

"We can’t even look at what’s inside."

Genom seemed a bit unwilling.

"I... I also want to go back quickly..."

"I really don’t want to wear these clothes any longer."

"Let’s go back and change."

"Yes indeed."

The other elf girls also made this proposal, occasionally casting glances at Shane, with their fair faces slightly blushing.

"Ah, then I’ll go with you, Genom."

Merica quickly expressed.

This girl wasn’t very interested in the stone tablets, but cared more about the situation in the Elf Country and Genom’s feelings.

Presumably, she now longed to go to the village, see her home, and have a good chat with Genom?

"I am somewhat interested in those stone tablets."

The one saying this was no one else but You Lin.

The dragon girl reverted from her dragon form to human form, landing beside Shane, and turned her gaze to the package in Sophie’s hand.

"And you?"

Sophie, carrying the package, looked at Shane.

"Me?" Shane glanced at Lasha, then said, "Of course, I want to see it too."

Moreover, he wanted to watch it with Lasha.

Sophie seemed to have realized Shane’s meaning, opened her mouth, wanting to say something.

"I know what you want to say." Shane interrupted her and said, "If anything happens, I’ll take responsibility."

Shane thus made a promise.

"...Alright."

Sophie thought for a moment, finally compromised.

Though she still didn’t want Lasha to contact anything related to the Demon King, since Shane said so, even if Sophie had any thoughts, she wouldn’t express them.

After all, her relationship with Shane was certainly not as good as Shane’s relationship with Lasha.

Saying some lofty words in front of Shane might not be something he could listen to, it might even make him feel repelled.

Rather than that, it was better to go along with Shane’s intention.

(Truly a hard-to-deal-with Lord Hero, no wonder he is more close to the Demon Clan people, it’s certainly due to his nature being more akin to both good and evil, acting freely like the Demon Clan?)

Sophie inwardly smiled bitterly.

"Let’s do it this way."

Finally, Nadura made a decision.

"Considering that people without a certain level of power looking at the stone tablets might encounter unknown influences, other than Sophie and Lady Lasha, everyone else should disperse right where they are."

"Leiya, Nia, your levels are lower than Sophie’s as well, it’s best not to look at the stone tablets."

"The people viewing the stone tablets should be limited to myself, Shane, Sophie, Goddess Lilith, Miss You Lin, and Lady Lasha."

"I will also call Artemis to come and assist."

"There will be just the seven of us to view the stone tablets."

"As for Merica, you truly don’t want to come?"

Nadura looked at Merica, who responded with a shake of her head.

"I...I want to visit the village..."

Merica shyly expressed her wishes.

"Very well." Nadura nodded and said, "Then let’s proceed this way."

Immediately, everyone nodded, obeying Nadura’s instructions.

Merica, Carol, Genom, and others then left one after another.

Only Shane’s group of six remained, entering the Queen’s Palace together, vanishing beneath the night sky.